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Months after COVID vaccines were introduced in 2021, governments and private organisations mandated them for various groups. Health and aged care workers were among the first to need two doses to keep their jobs.
A Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) researcher has been recognised for a project that will ‘map’ the cells of a common childhood brain cancer to help discover more targeted treatments. Dr Sean Humphrey has received the Peter Doherty Investigator Award for being the highest ranked
BabyScreen+ is a research study where parents can choose to have their baby’s heelprick sample screened for over 500 additional treatable, childhood-onset conditions. This is called genomic newborn screening. This study is investigating the best way to deliver genomic newborn screening for babies
Cutting-edge technology that analyses clips of babies’ movements can help speed up detection of cerebral palsy, according to a new study. The research, led by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and published in PLOS Digital Health, found AI technology could accurately track the
A Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI)-led project that aims to improve trans and gender diverse healthcare for children and adolescents has been awarded new federal funding. Associate Professor Ken Pang has received $5 million from the Models of Care for Sexuality & Gender Diverse
Viral infections trigger more cases of intussusception, the common cause of bowel blockages in young children, than previously thought, according to a new study. The research, led by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and published in Clinical Infectious Diseases, found during the
Improving healthcare for children with bronchiolitis, brain cancer and epilepsy and boosting the mental health of transgender young people are the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) projects to be awarded new federal funding. Professor Franz Babl, Dr Sarah Stephenson and Associate
Hello Andrea, it's lovely to speak with you. As the Director of People and Culture at Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), what excites you most about this role?
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) has been awarded the Athena Swan Bronze Award by Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE). The accolade has recognised MCRI’s efforts to drive organisational progress towards equity, diversity and inclusion. The Bronze Award marks an
Our group aims to deliver precise diagnoses and optimal care for individuals with rare diseases, while ensuring access to the latest research and emerging therapies. We are dedicated to improving the lives of children with undiagnosed rare conditions through cutting-edge genomic research and
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